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County Encouraging Residents to Weigh In On Regional Priorities On Aging

| 9:35 AM

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The County of San Diego is asking residents ages 55 and older to share their thoughts in a comprehensive needs assessment survey. 

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Board Votes to Create Rental Subsidy Program for Older Low-Income San Diegans

| 5:37 PM

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The County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to establish a rental subsidy pilot program for seniors who are at risk of becoming homeless.

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All San Diego Emergency Departments Now Officially Senior-friendly

| 4:31 PM

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Officials from the County’s Health and Human Services Agency, local hospitals and healthcare agencies gathered Thursday to celebrate the county becoming the first in the nation to earn a regionwide “senior-friendly” emergency department accreditation for all 18 of its hospitals.

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Aging & Independence Services Hosts Community Forums

| 12:00 PM

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The County’s Aging & Independence Services department is inviting older adults, caregivers, and persons with disabilities to share their needs during a series of public forums in the coming weeks.

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New Initiative Ensures Emergency Rooms are Senior-Friendly

| 11:20 AM

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Hospitals across the region are making significant commitments to improve emergency care for senior citizens, pledging Monday to participate in a new Senior Emergency Care Initiative.